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Stamp Duty Land Tax is a tax that may be due when you buy property or land in England or Northern Ireland. The amount depends on the purchase price, your circumstances, and whether the purchase is your main home or an additional property.

Yes. Wales uses Land Transaction Tax and Scotland uses Land and Buildings Transaction Tax. Each nation has its own bands, rates, and reliefs, so select the property location in the calculator to see the relevant estimate.

First-time buyers may qualify for relief when they meet the relevant criteria. The relief and price limits can change, and eligibility depends on the buyers and the property, so use the result as a guide and check your circumstances with an adviser or conveyancer.

Buying a second home or a buy-to-let property can mean higher property tax rates apply. Whether the additional-property rules apply depends on the property you own at completion and your wider circumstances.

Your conveyancer or solicitor normally calculates the final tax due, submits the relevant return, and arranges payment as part of completing your purchase. They will confirm the final amount and deadline for your transaction.

No. It provides an estimate using the information entered and current published rates. Your final tax liability can depend on details such as ownership, buyer status, property type, and the rules in force at completion.